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Project Accountant

PrideStaff
Woodland Hills, CA $40 - $55/hr Full time Posted 8d ago
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Job Description

PrideStaff is seeking a Project Accountant to manage the full-cycle financial operations for assigned construction projects. This on-site role in Woodland Hills, CA collaborates with Project Managers to oversee job cost tracking, subcontractor billing, owner billings (AIA), and Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, ensuring accurate financials across multiple active projects. A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and 3-7 years of construction accounting experience are ideal, with compensation in the range of USD 40 - 55 per hour.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day accounting for assigned projects from project setup through closeout.
  • Prepare and submit owner billings, including AIA G702/G703 pay applications.
  • Review, process, and track subcontractor pay applications, including compliance.
  • Maintain and reconcile job costs, commitments, and cost-to-complete projections.
  • Monitor project budgets vs. actuals and partner with Project Managers to identify risks and variances.
  • Ensure accurate cost coding and allocation across all project expenses.
  • Track and manage retainage (AR/AP) and ensure proper release upon project milestones.
  • Process and track change orders for both subcontractors and owners.
  • Prepare and update Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, including revenue recognition (POC).
  • Support month-end close, including accruals, journal entries, and reconciliations.
  • Assist with audit and surety reporting, including preparation of required schedules and documentation.
  • Maintain complete and organized project financial files.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
  • Experience with AIA billing (G702/G703) and AIA/WIP.
  • 3-7 years of experience in construction accounting, preferably with a general contractor.
  • Experience with subcontractors’ pay applications and compliance tracking.
  • Job cost accounting and WIP reporting experience.
  • Percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition.
  • Construction accounting systems experience (YARDI, Sage 300/Timberline, Procore, Viewpoint, CMiC, or similar).
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple active projects.
  • Experience with surety bonding and financial reporting.
  • Familiarity with union and certified payroll environments.
  • CPA or progress toward certification is preferred.
  • Strong ownership of project financials and proactive problem-solving abilities.
  • Analytical mindset and effective cross-functional communication with operations teams.

Technologies

  • YARDI
  • Sage 300
  • Timberline
  • Procore
  • Viewpoint
  • CMiC
  • Microsoft Excel

Summary

The project accountant is responsible for the full-cycle financial management of assigned construction projects and partners closely with Project Managers to oversee job cost tracking, subcontractor billing, owner billings (AIA), and WIP reporting. The ideal candidate brings solid construction accounting experience and a proactive approach to managing project financial performance.

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